Indian Polity PYQs

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1. Prelims 2013Q71Statutory & Non-Constitutional Bodies

   With reference to National Legal Services Authority, consider the following statements:

   1.Its objective is to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society on the basis of equal opportunity.

   2.It issues guidelines for the State Legal Services Authorities to implement the legal programmes and schemes throughout the country.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
2. Prelims 2012Q1Panchayati Raj & Municipalities

   In the areas covered under the Panchayat (Extension to the Scheduled Areas) Act, 1996, what is the role/power of Gram Sabha?

   1.Gram Sabha has the power to prevent alienation of land in the Scheduled Areas.

   2.Gram Sabha has the ownership of minor forest produce.

   3.Recommendation of Gram Sabha is required for granting prospecting licence or mining lease for any mineral in the Scheduled Areas.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 onlyb1 and 2 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
3. Prelims 2012Q2Parliament

   In the Parliament of India, the purpose of an adjournment motion is

   ato allow a discussion on a definite matter of urgent public importancebto let opposition members collect information from the ministerscto allow a reduction of specific amount in demand for grantdto postpone the proceedings to check the inappropriate or violent behaviour on the part of some members
4. Prelims 2012Q6DPSP & Fundamental Duties

   Consider the following provisions under the Directive Principles of State Policy as enshrined in the Constitution of India :

   1.Securing for citizens of India a uniform civil code

   2.Organizing village Panchayats

   3.Promoting cottage industries in rural areas

   4.Securing for all the workers reasonable leisure and cultural opportunities

   Which of the above are the Gandhian Principles that are reflected in the Directive Principles of State Policy?

   a1, 2 and 4 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
5. Prelims 2012Q7Parliament

   Consider the following statements :

   1.Union Territories are not represented in the Rajya Sabha.

   2.It is within the purview of the Chief Election Commissioner to adjudicate the election disputes.

   3.According to the Constitution of India, the Parliament consists of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha only.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 onlyb2 and 3c1 and 3dNone
6. Prelims 2012Q8Governance, Rights & Welfare Laws

   With reference to consumers' rights/privileges under the provisions of law in India, which of the following statements is/are correct?

   1.Consumers are empowered to take samples for food testing.

   2.When a consumer files a complaint in any consumer forum, no fee is required to be paid.

   3.In case of death of a consumer, his/her legal heir can file a complaint in the consumer forum on his/her behalf.

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

   a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
7. Prelims 2012Q9Parliament

   Regarding the office of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements :

   1.He/She holds the office during the pleasure of the President.

   2.He/She need not be a member of the House at the time of his/her election but has to become a member of the House within six months from the date of his/her election.

   3.If he/she intends to resign, the letter of his/her resignation has to be addressed to the Deputy Speaker.

   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

   a1 and 2 onlyb3 onlyc1, 2 and 3dNone
8. Prelims 2012Q10Judiciary

   Which of the following are included in the original jurisdiction of the Supreme Court?

   1.A dispute between the Government of India and one or more States

   2.A dispute regarding elections to either House of the Parliament or that of Legislature of a State

   3.A dispute between the Government of India and a Union Territory

   4.A dispute between two or more States

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

   a1 and 2b2 and 3c1 and 4d3 and 4
9. Prelims 2012Q23Governance, Rights & Welfare Laws

   Which of the following can be said to be essentially the parts of Inclusive Governance?

   1.Permitting the Non-Banking Financial Companies to do banking

   2.Establishing effective District Planning Committees in all the districts

   3.Increasing the government spending on public health

   4.Strengthening the Mid-day Meal Scheme

   Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

   a1 and 2 onlyb3 and 4 onlyc2, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
10. Prelims 2012Q30Parliament

    Which of the following special powers have been conferred on the Rajya Sabha by the Constitution of India?

    aTo change the existing territory of a State and to change the name of a StatebTo pass a resolution empowering the Parliament to make laws in the State List and to create one or more All India ServicescTo amend the election procedure of the President and to determine the pension of the President after his/her retirementdTo determine the functions of the Election Commission and to determine the number of Election Commissioners
11. Prelims 2012Q35Parliament

    Which of the following are the methods of Parliamentary control over public finance in India?

    1.Placing Annual Financial Statement before the Parliament

    2.Withdrawal of moneys from Consolidated Fund of India only after passing the Appropriation Bill

    3.Provisions of supplementary grants and vote-on-account

    4.A periodic or at least a mid-year review of programme of the Government against macroeconomic forecasts and expenditure by a Parliamentary Budget Office

    5.Introducing Finance Bill in the Parliament

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1, 2, 3 and 5 onlyb1, 2 and 4 onlyc3, 4 and 5 onlyd1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
12. Prelims 2012Q40Preamble, Salient Features & Citizenship

    Which of the following provisions of the Constitution of India have a bearing on Education?

    1.Directive Principles of State Policy

    2.Rural and Urban Local Bodies

    3.Fifth Schedule

    4.Sixth Schedule

    5.Seventh Schedule

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb3, 4 and 5 onlyc1, 2 and 5 onlyd1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
13. Prelims 2012Q51Constitutional Bodies

    In India, other than ensuring that public funds are used efficiently and for intended purpose, what is the importance of the office of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG)?

    1.CAG exercises exchequer control on behalf of the Parliament when the President of India declares national emergency/financial emergency.

    2.CAG reports on the execution of projects or programmes by the ministries are discussed by the Public Accounts Committee.

    3.Information from CAG reports can be used by investigating agencies to press charges against those who have violated the law while managing public finances.

    4.While dealing with the audit and accounting of government companies, CAG has certain judicial powers for prosecuting those who violate the law.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1, 3 and 4 onlyb2 onlyc2 and 3 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
14. Prelims 2012Q53Union Executive

    The Prime Minister of India, at the time of his/her appointment

    aneed not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of one of the Houses within six monthsbneed not necessarily be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliament but must become a member of the Lok Sabha within six monthscmust be a member of one of the Houses of the Parliamentdmust be a member of the Lok Sabha
15. Prelims 2012Q54Elections & Political Parties

    With reference to the Delimitation Commission, consider the following statements :

    1.The orders of the Delimitation Commission cannot be challenged in a Court of Law.

    2.When the orders of the Delimitation Commission are laid before the Lok Sabha or State Legislative Assembly, they cannot effect any modifications in the orders.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 onlyb2 onlycBoth 1 and 2dNeither 1 nor 2
16. Prelims 2012Q56Union Executive

    According to the Constitution of India, it is the duty of the President of India to cause to be laid before the Parliament which of the following?

    1.The Recommendations of the Union Finance Commission

    2.The Report of the Public Accounts Committee

    3.The Report of the Comptroller and Auditor General

    4.The Report of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1 onlyb2 and 4 onlyc1, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
17. Prelims 2012Q57Parliament

    A deadlock between the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha calls for a joint sitting of the Parliament during the passage of

    1.Ordinary Legislation

    2.Money Bill

    3.Constitution Amendment Bill

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1 onlyb2 and 3 onlyc1 and 3 onlyd1, 2 and 3
18. Prelims 2012Q59DPSP & Fundamental Duties

    Which of the following is/are among the Fundamental Duties of citizens laid down in the Indian Constitution?

    1.To preserve the rich heritage of our composite culture

    2.To protect the weaker sections from social injustice

    3.To develop the scientific temper and spirit of inquiry

    4.To strive towards excellence in all spheres of individual and collective activity

    Select the correct answer using the codes given below :

    a1 and 2 onlyb2 onlyc1, 3 and 4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
19. Prelims 2012Q60Judiciary

    What is the provision to safeguard the autonomy of the Supreme Court of India?

    1.While appointing the Supreme Court Judges, the President of India has to consult the Chief Justice of India.

    2.The Supreme Court Judges can be removed by the Chief Justice of India only.

    3.The salaries of the Judges are charged on the Consolidated Fund of India to which the legislature does not have to vote.

    4.All appointments of officers and staffs of the Supreme Court of India are made by the Government only after consulting the Chief Justice of India.

    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    a1 and 3 onlyb3 and 4 onlyc4 onlyd1, 2, 3 and 4
20. Prelims 2012Q83Historical Background & Making of the Constitution

    The distribution of powers between the Centre and the States in the Indian Constitution is based on the scheme provided in the

    aMorley-Minto Reforms, 1909bMontagu-Chelmsford Act, 1919cGovernment of India Act, 1935dIndian Independence Act, 1947